Answer this question truthfully
### Question: Who is at risk for Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)?
### Response: Risk factors of GERD include:
Pregnancy Obesity Hiatal hernia Scleroderma Smoking Drinking a lot of alcohol Consuming drinks that contain caffiene Consuming the following foods:
Citrus fruits Chocolate Fatty and fried foods Garlic Onions Mint flavorings Spicy foods Tomato-based foods (spaghetti sauce, salsa, chili, and pizza)
Medications
Anticholinergics (e.g. for seasickness) Beta blockers for high blood pressure or heart disease Bronchodilators for asthma Calcium channel blockers for high blood pressure Dopamine-active drugs for Parkinson's disease Progestin for abnormal menstrual bleeding or birth control Sedatives for insomnia or anxiety Tricyclic antidepressants
If you suspect that one of your medications may be causing heartburn, talk to your doctor. Never change or stop medication you take regularly without talking to your doctor.